Chances are pretty good you know there are a lot of different choices to consider when it comes to bathroom tubs. Did you know there are a lot of different tub spouts to consider as well? For example, do you want a diverter or non-diverter spout? Do you want one made out of brass, or how about chrome? If you are remodeling your bathroom or having some plumbing work done, it can be helpful to learn more about different bath tub spouts.
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Faucets should normally be quiet. Although they do make some noise, it should be limited. If your faucet is particularly loud or noisy, it can quickly become very annoying. Fortunately, a noisy faucet is something that is usually easy to fix.
So what might be causing a loud faucet? Here are four common causes:
1. Clogged Aerator
A clogged aerator may be the cause of your noisy faucet. Mineral deposits and debris can easily become stuck inside the mesh screen of the aerator.
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Repairing a leaking bathroom faucet is a fairly easy job even if you have limited do-it-yourself repair experience. The main thing you need to know going in is what type of faucet you have. Determining the number of handles should be easy, but determining the type of valve inside might require a glance at the owner's manual or simply starting the process and seeing what is inside.
The valve is what controls the flow of either the hot or cold supply line when using one of the handles on a double handled faucet.
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